Best Schools in Great Meadows, New Jersey
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Great Meadows by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Central Elementary School
Elementary · Great Meadows Regional School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Great Meadows Regional Middle School
Middle · Great Meadows Regional School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$409,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$409,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Great Meadows
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Great Meadows Regional Middle School | 5.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $121,563
- Median home value
- $409,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 43%
- Avg commute
- 42 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Great Meadows compares
Median household income
$122k
103% of New Jersey median
About Schools in Great Meadows, New Jersey
Great Meadows, New Jersey is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Great Meadows perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Great Meadows is Central Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Great Meadows is served by 1 school district: Great Meadows Regional School District. These districts collectively serve 651 students.
Great Meadows's community shows 43% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $121,563. The poverty rate in the area is 5.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 301 students · Pre-K–3rd | 8.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 349 students · 4th–8th | 5.8 |
Schools in Great Meadows
Great Meadows, New Jersey · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$121,563
Median Home Value
$409,600
Median Rent
$2,054/mo
Population
3,495
College Educated
43%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Community Profile
Great Meadows has a median household income of $121,563. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $409,600, with a median rent of $2,054/month. The local poverty rate of 5.6% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 42 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in New Jersey
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Great Meadows, New Jersey
How many schools are in Great Meadows, New Jersey?
Great Meadows has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Great Meadows, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Great Meadows is 7.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Great Meadows, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Great Meadows on MySchoolScout is Central Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Great Meadows, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Great Meadows on MySchoolScout is Central Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Great Meadows, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Great Meadows on MySchoolScout is Great Meadows Regional Middle School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Great Meadows, New Jersey?
Great Meadows is served by 1 school district: Great Meadows Regional School District.
What is the education level in Great Meadows, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 43% of adults in Great Meadows have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Great Meadows, New Jersey?
The median household income in Great Meadows is approximately $121,563 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Great Meadows, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Great Meadows is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Great Meadows, New Jersey?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.